Morton Fraser's Podcasts

Home Office sponsor licence audits are a key part of UK immigration compliance and can carry serious consequences for employers. In this episode, David Hossack hosts a practical discussion on what Home Office audits involve, what compliance officers are assessing, and how employers can prepare effectively. He is joined by Stuart McWilliams, Partner at MFMac and an accredited specialist in Immigration Law, who explains how audits are carried out in practice, including announced and unannounced visits, the sponsor duties employers must evidence, and the common compliance gaps that place organisations at risk.  This episode is aimed at sponsoring employers, HR and people teams, and business leaders seeking a clear, practical understanding of sponsor licence compliance, right to work record keeping, and audit readiness.

This podcast features Andrew Gibson discussing with David Hossack the potential pitfalls for HR professionals who are providing support to decision makers in disciplinary proceedings, including via the use of scripts, and the risk of falling into the trap of becoming a surrogate decision maker.

In this employment law podcast, David Hossack and Daniel Cormack discuss a recent Employment Tribunal case involving an employee who had been working two full-time jobs simultaneously for 16 years. This podcast explores the key lessons arising from this case for employers dealing with employees who have a "side hustle".

In this second episode of the Immigration for Employers series, we explore what employers need to know about right to work compliance and the responsibilities involved in hiring and managing staff in the UK. Stuart McWilliams, Partner at MFMac, joins host David Hossack to discuss the key risks businesses face, how to meet Home Office requirements, and what happens if checks are carried out incorrectly. They explain how sponsor licences work, the duties placed on employers, and the common issues that can lead to penalties or the loss of a licence. This episode provides clear and practical guidance for HR teams, compliance managers and employers who want to protect their business and stay up to date with UK immigration rules.

David Hossack talks to discrimination expert Sarah Gilzean about three recent Employment Tribunal judgments which show the legal and practical complexities currently facing employers when managing competing rights under the Equality Act.

David Hossack and Innes Clark discuss the very important changes relating to the law of unfair dismissal which are expected in 2027, including the removal of the compensation cap and the reduction in the qualifying period to 6 months.

In this first episode of our Immigration for Employers series, we explore proposed changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain and the implications for organisations across the UK. Stuart McWilliams joins host David Hossack to discuss residence requirements, the suggested reduction to the settlement period and the route to British citizenship, as well as the potential impact on families, employers and long‑term residents.

David Hossack and Innes Clark discuss the very significant changes to be expected in 2026 as a result of the Employment Rights Act, as well as covering some other important changes that employers should be aware of.

In this episode Alan Delaney and David Hossack discuss whether employees need to be paid the NMW for time spent travelling to work.

In this podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek look at a recent Employment Tribunal decision which has attracted significant media attention, where an Employment Judge commented that there could be circumstances where a job applicant's support for a rival football team could provide a justifiable basis for an employer refusing to offer them a job.

In our latest podcast, David Hossack and Ellen Grant discuss some recent case examples which demonstrate the importance of ensuring that medical conditions are taken into consideration by employers during disciplinary investigations.

In this episode, we explore the legal and practical challenges facing employers as changes to the Immigration Rules - particularly around minimum salary thresholds - begin to take effect.

Proper consideration of alternative employment is a fundamental part of a fair redundancy procedure. David Hossack and Nikita Sandhu discuss top tips for a fair redundancy procedure following the recent case of Hendy Group Limited v Kennedy.

For our latest podcast David Hossack is joined by Gamal Turawa, subject of BAFTA award winning film The Black Cop, for a fascinating discussion on diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace. With openness and honesty, G reflects on the challenges of navigating race, sexuality and belonging within a large public institution. Now an inclusion trainer and speaker, he draws on his lived experience to help organisations create environments where people feel seen, heard and valued. His insights are especially relevant for employers seeking to embed meaningful change in workplace culture. This conversation invites reflection, encourages understanding and offers practical perspectives for those committed to equity in employment. You can watch The Black Cop film here. Further information about Gamal Turawa and his company, Purplefrog Connections, is available here. To connect with Gamal, visit his LinkedIn profile.

David Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about the extra care that employers should take with employment processes once they are on notice that the process may be making the employee unwell.

 In this employment law podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek discuss a recent case involving an unfair dismissal following an argument about working from home.

In our latest employment podcast David Hossack is joined by Rebecca Linford of Protect to discuss their research on how views on raising concerns about work differ across the generations. The episode explores how these findings impact workplace culture and what organisations can learn to better support employees who wish to speak up.

David Hossack and Caitlin Alexander from MFMac's Employment team discuss a recent case which focused on how courts approach the expression of Article 9 rights and protected beliefs. They consider the impact of workplace policies and training in this area, as well as aspects for employers to focus on when balancing employees' rights and reputational damage.

For our latest employment podcast David Hossack is joined by Andrew Gibson to discuss the legal issues that arise around the use of medicinal cannabis in the workplace.

In this podcast, immigration specialist Stuart McWilliams, a Partner in MFMac's Healthcare team,  discusses with David Hossack the recent changes to the immigration rules for care workers, how this will affect recruitment in the sector and what businesses can do to prepare for future changes.